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Report: South African University to Issue Blockchain-Based Certificates to Graduating Students

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A South African university has said starting this year it will issue blockchain-based certificates to students graduating from the learning institution. University administrators argued that a blockchain-based certification system will help prevent fraud and end the production of fake documents. QR Code for Each Certificate A South African learning institution, the University of Johannesburg (UJ), … Read more

Swiss State Secretariat Helps Blockchain Incubator Firm Set Up Base in South Africa

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Switzerland’s State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) is reportedly helping Crypto Valley Venture Capital (CVVC), a blockchain business incubator, set up an office in South Africa. According to SECO, this move fits with Switzerland’s policy of supporting private firms that seek to help African blockchain start-ups. Funding for Successful Applicants According to a Swissinfo report, … Read more